Dennis Nana Kwasi Owusu-Ansah
Live-in caregiver
Winston Salem,North Carolina
Summary
Compassionate caregiver with extensive experience at Shirley M Foss, enhancing clients' independence through personalized support and effective meal preparation. Recognized for building strong relationships and providing emotional support, while ensuring safety and compliance with health standards. Skilled in medication management and dedicated to promoting overall well-being.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Living-in Caregiver
Julie Williams
04.2022 - 12.2024
- Supported clients in daily living tasks, enhancing autonomy and life quality.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
Live-In Caregiver
Shirley M Foss
03.2018 - 12.2021
- Maintained a clean, safe living environment for clients by performing housekeeping tasks such as laundry, cleaning, and organizing household items.
- Enhanced nutritional intake of clients by preparing healthy meals according to dietary restrictions or preferences.
- Promoted clients'' physical and mental health by engaging them in appropriate exercises and recreational activities.
- Administered medications accurately and timely, ensuring proper dosages for optimum client health.
- Transported clients to medical appointments or social engagements as needed while prioritizing safety during travel.
- Supported clients in maintaining independence by assisting with daily activities such as personal grooming, mobility, and meal preparation.
- Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.
Caregiver
Richard Richardson
03.2012 - 05.2015
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
Education
Diploma In Cooking And Food Principles - Culinary Arts
London City And Guilds
London- England05.2001
Diploma - Culinary Arts
Kumasi Polytechnic
Kumasi-Ghana West Africa06.1997
High School Diploma - General Arts
Osei Kyeretwie High School
Kumasi-Ghana West Africa06.1994
Skills
- Respectful and compassionate
- Time management
- Elderly care
- Problem-solving
- Dependable and responsible
- Patient care
- Daily living assistance
- Multitasking and organization
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Basic housekeeping
- Emotional support
- Housekeeping
- Strong ethics
- Meal preparation
- Housekeeping tasks
- Relationship building
- Compassionate care
- Flexible schedule
- Verbal and written communication skills
- First aid and safety
- Patient companionship
- Dementia care
- Medical record-keeping
- Medication and appointment reminders
- Alzheimer's care
- Medication management
- Documentation
- Mobility assistance
- HIPAA compliance
- Special needs care
- Client documentation
- Medication administration
- Behavior redirection
- ADL assistance
- Client transportation
- Incident reporting
- Care plan assessment
- End-of-life care
- Hoyer lifting equipment
- Patient assessments
- Complex Problem-solving
- Records management
- Transportation services
- Medical records management
- Physical therapy support
- Incapacitation care
- Reliability and punctuality
- Compassion and empathy
- Active listening
- Dining room support
- Daily living activities assistance
- Fast learner
Timeline
Living-in Caregiver
Julie Williams
04.2022 - 12.2024
Live-In Caregiver
Shirley M Foss
03.2018 - 12.2021
Caregiver
Richard Richardson
03.2012 - 05.2015
Diploma In Cooking And Food Principles - Culinary Arts
London City And Guilds
Diploma - Culinary Arts
Kumasi Polytechnic
High School Diploma - General Arts
Osei Kyeretwie High School
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